Pt. Meds Flashcards

Common medications (49 cards)

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Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

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Pain reliever and fever reducer. Used for mild to moderate pain and fever.

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Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)

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NSAID used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever.

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Naproxen (Aleve)

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NSAID used for pain relief, inflammation, and arthritis.

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Celecoxib (Celebrex)

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NSAID specifically used to treat arthritis and pain with less risk of stomach ulcers.

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Tramadol

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Opioid-like pain reliever used for moderate to severe pain.

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Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Norco)

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Opioid pain reliever used for moderate to severe pain.

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Oxycodone (OxyContin, Percocet)

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Opioid pain reliever for moderate to severe pain.

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Amoxicillin

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Broad-spectrum antibiotic used for bacterial infections.

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Azithromycin (Zithromax, Z-Pak)

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Antibiotic used for respiratory and bacterial infections.

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Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)

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Antibiotic used for urinary tract infections and bacterial infections.

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Doxycycline

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Antibiotic used for infections, acne, and Lyme disease.

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Metronidazole (Flagyl)

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Treats bacterial and parasitic infections, including some STDs.

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Cephalexin (Keflex)

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Antibiotic used for skin infections and respiratory infections.

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Lisinopril

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ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.

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Amlodipine

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Calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina.

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Losartan

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ARB (angiotensin receptor blocker) used for high blood pressure.

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Metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL)

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Beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.

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Clonidine

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Used for high blood pressure and ADHD.

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Furosemide (Lasix)

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Diuretic used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention (edema).

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Clopidogrel (Plavix)

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Blood thinner used to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

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Warfarin (Coumadin)

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Blood thinner used to prevent blood clots.

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Atorvastatin (Lipitor)

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Lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease.

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Metformin

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Used to treat type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels.

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Insulin (Humalog, Lantus, Novolog)

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Used to manage blood sugar levels in diabetes.

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Glipizide (Glucotrol)
Stimulates insulin release for type 2 diabetes management.
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Sitagliptin (Januvia)
Helps regulate blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes.
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Sertraline (Zoloft)
SSRI antidepressant used for depression, anxiety, and OCD.
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Fluoxetine (Prozac)
SSRI antidepressant used for depression and anxiety.
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Alprazolam (Xanax)
Benzodiazepine used for anxiety and panic disorders.
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Diazepam (Valium)
Benzodiazepine used for anxiety, seizures, and muscle spasms.
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Gabapentin (Neurontin)
Used for nerve pain, seizures, and sometimes anxiety.
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Pregabalin (Lyrica)
Used to treat nerve pain and seizures.
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Trazodone
Antidepressant often used for insomnia.
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Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
Used for depression and smoking cessation.
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Omeprazole (Prilosec)
Reduces stomach acid, used to treat GERD and ulcers.
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Pantoprazole (Protonix)
Reduces stomach acid, used for GERD.
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Loperamide (Imodium)
Used to treat diarrhea.
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Albuterol (Ventolin, ProAir)
Bronchodilator for asthma and COPD.
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Montelukast (Singulair)
Used to treat asthma and allergies.
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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Antihistamine for allergies and sleep aid.
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Loratadine (Claritin)
Antihistamine for seasonal allergies.
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Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
Replaces thyroid hormone for hypothyroidism.
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Estrogen (Premarin)
Used for hormone replacement therapy.
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Testosterone
Used for hormone replacement in men with low testosterone.
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Tamsulosin (Flomax)
Used for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar)
Used for hair loss and prostate enlargement.
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Sildenafil (Viagra)
Used to treat erectile dysfunction.
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Allopurinol
Used to prevent gout attacks.
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Methotrexate
Used for autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and cancer treatment.